The family of the late Afenifere leader and foremost nationalist, Pa Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti, has announced that the elder statesman will be buried on December 17, 2026.
Fasoranti, who died at the age of 100, will be laid to rest following a funeral service scheduled to hold at St. David’s Cathedral, Ijomu, Akure, Ondo State, at 10:00 a.m.
The burial arrangements were announced in a programme of activities signed on behalf of the family by Dr. Taiwo Fasoranti, the deceased’s son and Secretary to the Ondo State Government.
According to the programme, a Christian wake-keeping service will hold on Wednesday, December 16, at 4:00 p.m. at the late elder statesman’s residence within the Omolere Nursery and Primary School Compound.
The funeral service and interment will take place the following day, Thursday, December 17, at St. David’s Cathedral, Ijomu, Akure. The family said the interment would follow immediately after the church service at the cathedral’s cemetery.
A reception for guests will be held at the deceased’s residence immediately after the interment.
The family also announced that an outing and thanksgiving service would take place on Sunday, December 20, at 10:00 a.m. at St. David’s Cathedral, Ijomu, Akure.
In the announcement, the family described Fasoranti as a distinguished elder, patriot, leader of Afenifere and foremost nationalist, while appealing for prayers and the presence of well-wishers as they honour his memory.
